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V12 PVL

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

79,186 mi
Last recorded79,186 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV12 PVL
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 79,186 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 77,083 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 76,823 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 76,678 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 76,678 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 76,454 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 76,039 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 75,852 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 74,644 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 66,836 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 66,113 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 65,053 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 64,185 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 63,031 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 61,609 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 59,651 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 59,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 54,743 miles

Both front tyres feathering on inner edges

Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight play in offside inner steering rack joint

Pass 31 Jan 2009 52,654 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 46,887 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 38,820 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 32,172 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 32,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Jaguar XK8?

Based on 236,376 MOT tests across 12,687 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,961
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,041
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,072
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 3,307
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,238
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 2,953
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V12 PVL is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 64,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V12 PVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar XK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V12 PVL?

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What year was V12 PVL registered?

V12 PVL is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is V12 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V12 PVL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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